Regional Vice President - Insurance (Texas, New Mexico, Louisiana)

Ameriprise • Dallas, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

Ameriprise Financial is seeking a high-performing Regional Vice President, Insurance to drive life insurance growth across Texas, New Mexico, and Louisiana. This external wholesaling role partners with financial advisors to expand life insurance solutions, strengthen advisor relationships, and improve sales performance. The position serves as a trusted consultant, using industry expertise, market insights, and strategic territory management to achieve business objectives. It offers autonomy, visibility, and the opportunity to make an impact across a large region.

The role is remote and eligible for work in Texas, New Mexico, or Louisiana. It requires approximately 75% to 80% travel throughout the assigned territory. The estimated base salary is $75,000 per year; total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location, and may include bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives. The position is full-time and exempt.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in insurance, financial services, financial planning, or related financial markets roles.
• At least 3 years of successful consultative sales, training, or external wholesaling experience with demonstrated business development results.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• FINRA Series 63 or Series 66 license, or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Ability to obtain territory-specific securities and insurance licenses, including Life, Health, and Variable licenses, upon hire.
• Strong understanding of life insurance products, sales strategies, and advisor-facing distribution models.
• Excellent presentation, communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to reside within Texas, New Mexico, or Louisiana and travel approximately 75% to 80% throughout the assigned territory.
• Valid U.S. work authorization that does not now or in the future require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Active FINRA Series 6 license, or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Drive life insurance sales growth through consultative advisor engagement, territory planning, and strategic relationship management.
• Partner with an internal wholesaling associate to develop and execute territory business plans that achieve regional sales objectives.
• Educate advisors on RiverSource Insurance products, features, benefits, and client solutions to support effective insurance planning strategies.
• Analyze advisor activity, sales trends, and territory opportunities using sales tools, proprietary systems, and performance improvement methodologies.
• Build partnerships with field leaders, senior leaders, and cross-functional stakeholders to enhance market presence and advisor engagement.
• Conduct advisor meetings, client events, training sessions, and educational presentations throughout the territory.
• Manage territory operations, scheduling, budget activities, and follow-up processes to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintain required licensing, registration, and compliance standards in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Benefits

• Vacation time
• Sick time
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Variable pay may include bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives, depending on the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior